Program Manager - Mississauga, Canada - Randstad Digital

Description

Program Manager - MS Dynamics ERP Implementation (Contract Position)

Number of Positions: 1 Duration: 12 months, possible extension

Location: Mississauga, ON, CA

Must be eligible to work in Canada

Hybrid position, a few times / week onsite in Mississauga ON

The project:

Migrating existing Oracle ERP platform to a new ERP system - MS Dynamics. This is a multi-year initiative

MUST HAVES:

-Microsoft Dynamics 365 migration experience (ideally with exp. migrating from Oracle Financials). Manage ERP replacement program from start to finish.

-managing 2 major work streams -1) Financial 2) Project Operations piece, and numerous sub-streams

-experience working with vendors and integrators

-Budget Management: Manage the program budget, including forecasting, tracking - Budgets up to $4Million plus

excellent communication skills

excellent stakeholder management skills

Position Summary

We are embarking on a strategic initiative to replace our existing Oracle ERP platform with

a new ERP system.

For that purpose, we are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead this critical ERP

replacement program.

This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in project management,

vendor relations, and the ability to maintain a cohesive, integrated project plan.

Qualifications

 Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Project

Management, or related field.

 A minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, and 10 years of project

management experience

 Experience with implementation of ERP systems, and familiarity with ERP systems.

 Proven track record of managing large-scale projects involving multiple stakeholders

in a complex, fast-paced environment.

 Strong knowledge of project management principles and methodologies. PMP or

equivalent certification is highly desirable.

 Experience with budget management and financial forecasting.

 Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

 Ability to manage and resolve conflicts between diverse stakeholder groups.

Key Responsibilities

 Partner with the Senior Solutions Consultant to bring expertise in ERP

implementations to achieve the program's outcomes and benefits.

 Lead and coordinate definition of high-level program scope: future state design,

process changes, technical implementation, change management, training and

 establishment of ongoing operations.

 Program Leadership: Oversee the ERP replacement program from initiation to

closure, ensuring that it is delivered on time, within scope, and budget.

 Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary liaison between vendor, internal

teams, and the ERP implementation partner to ensure alignment and effective

communication.

Resolve conflicts, remove obstacles and ensure program activities are progressing

according to the planned schedule.

 Integrated Project Planning: Develop and maintain a detailed project plan that

integrates the activities of all parties involved.

 Budget Management: Manage the program budget, including forecasting, tracking

expenses, and ensuring the program remains within approved financial parameters.

 Risk Management: Identify potential risks to the program's success and implement

strategies to mitigate these risks.

 Vendor Management: Work closely with the ERP implementation partner and other

vendors to ensure their contributions are aligned with the program's goals.

 Reporting: Coordinate integrated reporting from all involved parties and provide

regular updates to senior management and all stakeholders about the program's

progress, challenges, and outcomes.